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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1898

Page

6

State House Notes on Carpet Theft and Campaign Plans

The Braty Horticultural society moved its headquarters to the north wing and suspects some took the carpet. Governor Leedy is improving after rheumatism and plans likely return to Topeka for campaign duties in October if health permits. Julia Fitzgerald, state auditor’s cousin, is tied to Bishop Cunningham’s Leavenworth consecration. Hamlin Butter and Cheese Co. of Hamlin, Brown County, was chartered with 4000 capital. directors include Whitmer, Gardner, Berkley, Helin, and Price. A Buffalo Bill portrait was added to the State Historical Society. Governor Leedy pardoned a jointist, D. Stone, convicted of nuisance.

Braty Horticultural Society Jaery Harnes Eres Caer Lewis Geudle Springs Paraway Leedy Hamlin Butter and Cheese Company Hamlin Brown County P. E. Whitmer Frank Gardner E Berkley N. P. Helin

Peculiar Poisons Generated in the Human Body

A nineteenth century advert claims digestion flaws produce poisons that taint blood and organs, causing headaches, heart palpitations, and kidney trouble. It promotes Stuart's Digestion Tablets as a remedy, touting purer blood and clearer complexion, with a free booklet offer from Marshall, Michigan, and Mare Island, Michigan.

Bricht Stuart

Pardon and sentences in district court cases

In June Judge Hazen sentenced peckn to 10 days in jail and a $200 fine, later remitted. other sentences and pardons are noted. Governor Leeds remitted the fine. Sempey, once 16, received a pardon for burglary and grand larceny after being implicated by others. Electric plant preparations and military pension correspondence are also mentioned.

Pekn Hazen Te Stone Leeds Leedy Henry C. Sempey Shawnee County Culver & Halley Toneka Sempey

Woodford Resigns as Minister to Spain During Hostilities

Washington reports Stewart L. Woodford has submitted his resignation as minister to Spain following the outbreak of hostilities. It is expected to be about six months before a new Madrid envoy is sent, and if delay persists, his status may become nominal since salary stops 60 days after departure plus time to return to the United States.

Spain Washington Stewart L. Woodford United States Madrid Woodford United Sta

Flags Raised in Atlanta Honor Winnie Davis

Flags were raised at all public schools in Atlanta with ceremonies and schoolchildren singing national airs. The city council order enacted months ago, and the banners were lowered to half mast in memory of Winnie Davis, who was buried in Richmond today.

Winnie Davis Atlante. Go Richmond

Bridge Plans for Wakarusk Crossing Coberly and County Line

County commissioners publish advertisements for two new bridges. One spans Wakarusk at the Coberly crossing in Monmouth township with a 110 foot lane and 12 foot roadway. The other crosses the county line between Shawnee and Douglass counties, 40 feet long with a 16 foot roadway.

Wakarusk Coberly Monmouth Township Shawnee Douglass

Will Be Cooler Tome Weather Update

The day features strong wind at 16 mph and heat up to 90 degrees. Forecast calls for cooler conditions tomorrow with continued fair weather tonight. Karnival Knights announce October 4 excursion to the week event with Marshall's band joining the trip to Topeka at about four dollars.

Weather Bureau Omaha Data To Karnival Knights Marshall Karnival Big City Tisconpaty Ie

Contempt Case Involving Federal and State Judges

Deputy U S Marshal Prescott arrested for contempt in a cattle company case in Key county. Judge Spillman issued a warrant, Prescott released after promising to obtain more papers, then discharged. Judge Williams criticized the proceedings and ordered habeas corpus papers while tensions between state and federal courts loom.

U. 8 Prescott Poverty United States B.A. Ed Spillman Manhattan Sterne Cenlnas Williana Peetoa Williams Neof Oe Cattle Company Hubbard-Morgan Cattle Company Key County G. B. Dewey John E. Hessin Dewey Company J. Barnhours Dewey Tris Hessin Heasin Anne Ee Spillman Willams Beard Marshal Sterne

Topeka Water Company Names New Receiver

In a formal transfer Judge Williams approved J. W. O Neil of Topeka as the new receiver for the Topeka Water company. Elias Summerfield of Lawrence resigns after serving as receiver. he received 3200 for services through the date.

Topeka Topeka Water Worner O'Neil Williams United States Court Elias Summerfivid Lawrence Topeka Water Company Willams Summerfleld Corenany

Charlie Nelson Dead Beloved Topeka Citizen Passes Away

Topeka mourns Charlie Nelson long time resident at 616 West Sixth Street died at 5 o clock this morning after weeks of illness. He belonged to First Presbyterian Church and Masonic and A U W lodges. Funeral Sunday 2 pm at the church, burial in Topeka Cemetery. Nelson leaves a wife and a young daughter. His Michigan-born family may not attend. He served with Topeka Athlete Club and previously Stephenson & Co. Also noted Auntie Brown Birthday reception hosted by Julia Brown on Jackson Street.

Topeka Charlie Nelson West Sixth Street Nelson First Presbyterian Church Rochester N.Y Copeka Prac Stephenson& Co Brown Julia Brown Auntie Brown Jackson Street

Mohican to Leave Service After Mare Island Visit

The old warship Mohican, now at Mare Island, will go out of commission in about two ten months. It grounded at Honolulu and required pumps for the voyage to this port.

San Francisco Mare Island Honolulu

New Crawford Theater Three Night Only at Lowe's Madison Square

The Crawford Theater presents a three night engagement at Lowe's Madison Square. Featuring Myra Collins as First Class Artiste, supporting Chambrella and a four act program. Tickets list popular prices and show runs Monday through Friday with no pretense of advance sales.

Crawford Lowe's Madison Square Myra Collins Byram Miss Thompsone

Aguinaldo appeals for belligerency and independence

Chicago dispatch reports Aguinaldo and Philippine chiefs request recognition of belligerency and independence from foreign powers. Agent Angon cillo travels to Europe to press arbitration, stops in Washington first to seek U S backing. The document portrays a functioning revolutionary government with 30,000 combatants and provinces under control, urging peaceful progress and law.

Chicago Menila San Francisco Aguinaldo Angoncillo China Europe Washington United States Philippines Uberty Cavite Bantangay Mindoro Tayabas Laguna Siorong Bulacan Bathan Pampanga Nunedja Tarlac Pangasinan Union Infanta Zambales Mania The Phippines Emilo Aguinaldo Hoover Geese San Apa Sationn Tikenkaner Sleandro Teawa Interior Emilad Aguinaldo Apees Enamer

Raising Points contest board to rule on Socialist Labor ballot

Secretary of State Hush Auditor Morris and Attorney General Boyle prepare to hear Rt. H Semples protest against placing the Socialist Labor ticket on the official ballot. The protest cites low vote share weak petition signatures and Republican bias. Names of officials and petition signers are noted as hearings set for next Monday. Frank Long opens his new up to date restaurant and lunch counter Monday Sept 26.

Hush Morris Boyle Rt. H. Semple Socialist Labor Bush Oss Mr. Semple Etta Semple Corning Semple State House Caleb Lipscomb Fort Scott N. B. Arnold Topeka A A Carnahan Concordia EH Cain Cherokee PD. Orannell Frontenac Wm. H. Wright Miltonvale Atta Semple Ottaway Wm, TL. Ross Wichita Fred E. Miller DeSota Frank Long

Market report shows dull wheat and mixed grain futures

Daily market summary from the Associated Press notes wheat easing after a sharp rise, with losses in Liverpool and mixed foreign signals. Corn steadier though dull, receipts large, with bearish local selling and moderate covering by shorts. Provisions slow, futures up modestly on thin demand and favorable yard prices.

Sicaeu Tower Ae Eaense Liverpool Advanced Sadat Babe

Receipts and market notes from a new era trading day

A chaotic OCR sample reports cattle sheep and hog receipts, wheat and corn prices, and New York money market data. It mentions Texas livestock, Kansas City and Omaha movements, and Wall Street activity with references to Union Pacific and several commodities. The fragmentary text shows mixed market chatter and brief prices amid a broader farm and finance snapshot.

Kanan Northwestern Receipt Minneapolis Duluth Louis Receipta Hoke Chicago Hansa City Omaha Strong Castle G.um Kansan City New York Yeateniny Wall Street Stock Exchange Orien Union Pacific Fodacco Aihotian

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